I’ve made the easiest and most delicious orange cupcakes, and trust me, they are a treat that will have everyone coming back for more! Using fresh orange juice and zest, these cupcakes are infused with a lovely aromatic orange zing that takes them to the next level. The tangy citrus flavor perfectly complements the light and fluffy texture, making each bite a little burst of sunshine. Orange is one of those flavors that often gets overlooked in the world of desserts, but once you try these cupcakes, you’ll see why it deserves much more attention. My easy recipe will be your go-to for making the most moist and flavorful orange cupcakes, and it’s bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection for years to come.
What I love most about this recipe is its simplicity. I prefer a straightforward cupcake without frosting, but you can always add a quick and simple decoration like a light glaze or a sprinkle of powdered sugar if you’d like. The beauty of this recipe is that it’s incredibly flexible. Whether you choose to use a hand mixer or a blender, it’s all about mixing the ingredients together, and you’ll have the perfect batter in no time. It’s a no-fuss, no-mess method that guarantees a great result every single time. The best part is that you don’t need any fancy equipment or hard-to-find ingredients. Just a few basic items from your kitchen, and you’ll have a batch of soft, fluffy orange cupcakes ready to go.
So, whether you’re baking for a special occasion or just looking for a simple yet delicious treat to enjoy with your afternoon tea, these orange cupcakes are sure to impress. Give them a try, and let the refreshing citrus flavor take your baking to new heights!
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Ingredients
- 2 eggs
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 and 3/4 cups all purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- pinch of salt
- ½ cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- For decoration:
- Confectioners sugar
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Instructions
- Prepare a muffin tin with placing cupcakes papers, then preheat the oven to 180°C.
- In a large bowl, beat the eggs and sugar with a hand whisk or electric mixer until the sugar is completely dissolved, then add the orange juice and vegetable oil. Mix well.
- Sift flour with baking powder.
- Add the sifted flour to the egg mixture in two stages, half the amount and mix, then the remaining half, until all the ingredients are well combined and you get a smooth cupcake batter.
- With an ice cream spoon fill the prepared cupcakes liners with the batter.
- Bake at 180°C for 25 minutes.
- Allow it to cool on a wire rack.
- Finally, decorate it with powdered sugar and orange peel. Serve & Enjoy
2 responses to “Orange Cupcakes”
I want to make your orange cake which I have seen on YouTube but am unsure about the cup size. Can you advise please? Thanks.
A cup is 8 oz if liquid. 120 grams dry ingredients.